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Dr. Shari Simpson Dr. Shari Simpson Senior Manager Thought Leadership | Paylocity

Shari Simpson, EdD, is the host of HR Mixtape and a senior thought leadership leader at Paylocity. With over two decades of experience across training, talent, payroll, and employee relations, she brings curiosity, candor, and real-world perspective to every episode. Shari holds a Doctor of Education in Leadership and Innovation, along with an MBA, MHRM, and SHRM-SCP certification. 

Jim Link Jim Link CHRO | SHRM

Jim Link is the Chief Human Resources Officer for SHRM. With more than 340,000 members around the world, SHRM is the largest HR professional association in the world and the leading voice for matters related to workers and the workplace.

Prior to joining SHRM, Link’s career included roles of increasing responsibility across a variety of industries and companies including General Electric, the Pillsbury Company, Porsche Cars, and Randstad. While at Randstad North America, he led a global team of 150 HR professionals who were instrumental in transforming the company into an award-winning, inclusive, and sustainable global leader.

Human Resources

Encouraging Civility and Dialogue in the Workplace with Jim Link

Looking for practical advice on promoting civility in your organization?

Podcast
July 23, 2024

Dive into a compelling conversation on the "HR Mixtape" podcast where host Shari Simpson is joined by Jim Link, the Chief Human Resources Officer at the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). This episode tackles the crucial topic of maintaining civility in the workplace amidst political tensions. Together, they delve into how policies, programs, and training can foster a culture of respect and effective communication within organizations.

Key Takeaways:

  1. Cultivating Civility: Jim Link underscores the critical need for organizations to establish civility as a core value, essential for nurturing a positive and productive work environment.
  2. Mastering Communication: Discover the secrets to civil discourse, focusing on the importance of listening actively and engaging respectfully in conversations, even when opinions diverge.
  3. Promoting Civic Engagement: Learn how encouraging employees to participate in voting can enhance civic responsibility without stepping into partisan territory.